Thompson was one of Coach Bill Snyder’s biggest weapons last season, leading the nation in punt return average last season and as one of the team’s top receivers.

His punt return average was 19.75 per return, leading the nation by more than three yards per return over Giovani Bernard of North Carolina. Thompson also was third on the team with 37 receptions and 526 receiving yards and was tied for the team lead with four touchdown receptions.

Don’t be surprised if Thompson has a prime position in Coach Bill Snyder’s doghouse once spring practice begins for KSU on April 3.